Buccal Fat Removal

Some people have genetic predisposition towards fuller cheeks and that gives them round or cherubic looks. This excess cheek fat can mask their cheek prominence and can give them fatty looks despite of not being overweight otherwise. And this fat doesn’t even respond to weight loss as stated by many patients.

The ideal cheek curve

The ideal cheek curve also known as Ogee or S curve in which there are distinct cheekbones in the upper part of face (over where blusher is put on at the time of makeup) with less fuller lower or midface part. If this cure is present on your face this curve makes you look slimmer.

Who are the ideal candidates for buccal fat removal? Or, when to opt for buccal fat removal?

  • When your face looks much heavier even when your body is slim.
  • Even after losing significant amount of fat the face looks much heavy.
  • I want that perfect S curve in my face but my face is heavy.
  • I am past my teenage but still I have that baby fat look in my face.

The Procedure

The procedure is usually done under Local Anesthesia (means patient is awake but drowsy and insensitive to pain) a small 2 to 3 cm incision is placed inside the mouth on each side just above the upper molars. After dissecting the buccinator muscle fibers the buccal fat is visible that is removed. The same process is repeated on the other side.

Clinic Timings

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Mon to Sat :
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday :
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FAQs

Can buccal fat be removed with liposuction?

As the location of buccal fat is deep in between the layers of muscles it cannot be removed with liposuction as liposuction removes the superficial fat.

Post-operative period?

As it is a daycare procedure, the patient can be discharged the same day. Patient can resume their routine activity the very next day. There will be mild swelling for 2 to 3 weeks but that resolves largely by 3 weeks. As stitches are inside the mouth patient is advised to take liquid diet on 1st day followed by soft diet for 4 to 5 days, a mouthwash is advised. Sutures needs not to be remove as they are absorbable.

Will there be pain while the procedure?

The procedure is done under local anesthesia and or IV sedation so there will be no pain and post operative also painkiller is advised that results in no pain.

What are the other surgeries that can be combined?

Rhinoplasty, chin augmentation can be combined for more balanced facial profile.

How long the results lasts?

The results of buccal fat removal is permanent.

When will I be able to see the complete results?

As the swelling resolves completely the complete results are visible by the end of third month.

Risks?

Bruising, hematoma, seraoma, infection, numbness are the rare complication that can happen.

Quick Facts On Buccal Fat Removal Procedure

Procedure Duration

30 minutes each side.

Anesthesia

Local with i/v sedation.

Hospital Stay

Not required.

Bed Rest

Not required.

Full Recovery

Swelling reduces in 2 to 3 weeks.

Scars to Fade Out

Scar less.

Bath

No precaution is needed.

Exercise

No precaution is needed.

Before-After/ Real Results

Buccal Fat Removal
Buccal Fat Removal

*Opinions/ Results may vary from person to person.

Buccal Fat Removal
Buccal Fat Removal

*Opinions/ Results may vary from person to person.

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